Trojan.Wdfload

Short bio

Trojan.Wdfload is Malwarebytes’ generic detection name for a family of adwareTrojans that are also known as SearchMaster.

Type and source of infection

Trojan.Wdfload injects advertisements in search results and into websites. The advertisements are usually of the kind that regular websites will refuse: tech support scams, surveys, porn, and other dubious redirects. Trojan.Wdfload is usually installed by bundlers.

Protection

Malwarebytes protects users from Trojan.Wdfload by using real-time protection.

Malwarebytes blocks Trojan.Wdfload

Remediation

Malwarebytes can detect and remove Trojan.Wdfload without further user interaction.